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FG Partners with IAEA, WHO, and IARC for Comprehensive Cancer Control Assessment
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to combating the rising challenge of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly cancer.
The commitment to combat the rise of non-communicable diseases was highlighted during a recent debriefing session with representatives from the … Continue Reading
Islamic Cleric Arraigned for Allegedly Defrauding Baker of N28 Million in ‘Prayer Scam’
Cleric allegedly exploits baker’s trust, demanding millions for dubious spiritual services while resorting to threats when confronted
In a case that has raised eyebrows, a 37-year-old cleric, Lateef Oladigbolu, appeared before an Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Friday for allegedly … Continue Reading
UK Sends counter-IED equipment to Nigerian military
UK Government Donates Advanced Counter-IED Equipment to Nigerian Military
Borno, Nigeria – The UK Government donated advanced counter-Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) equipment to the Operation Hadin Kai Theatre Command Joint Task Force in Maiduguri on Friday. This donation symbolizes another … Continue Reading
UNIBEN appoints new Vice-chancellor
Professor Edoba Omoregie Appointed as New Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin
Benin, Nigeria – The University of Benin has appointed Professor Edoba Omoregie, an esteemed expert in constitutional law and governance, as its new Vice-Chancellor. The announcement was made … Continue Reading
Tragedy Strikes as Popular Gospel Singer Loses Beloved Wife
Heartfelt Tributes From The Gospel Music Community Pours In as Popular Gospel Star Dare Melody Mourns Beloved Wife, Adedoyin
The Nigerian gospel community is in mourning as Adedoyin Odunuga, the cherished wife of prominent gospel singer Damilare Odunuga, famously known … Continue Reading
Tinubu Slashes Official Convoys To 3 In A Bid To Cut Cost of Governance
President Moves to Cut Government Spending, Limits Official Convoys and Security Details for Top Officials
In a decisive move to curb government spending, President Bola Tinubu has restricted Federal Ministers, Ministers of State, and Heads of Agencies to a … Continue Reading
Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan Leaves Nigeria after 8 months in detention
Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s Compliance Head, Released After Eight Months in Nigerian Detention
Tigran Gambaryan, the Head of Financial Crime Compliance for Binance, has returned to the United States after an eight-month period of detention in Nigeria. The cryptocurrency exchange, … Continue Reading
IMF Urges Nigeria to Strengthen Tax Collection Mechanisms
IMF Urges Nigeria to Enhance Tax Collection Efficiency to Expand Revenue Base
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended that the Nigerian government implement a more effective tax collection system to widen its revenue base. This guidance was … Continue Reading
Former NEC Chairman, Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, Dies at 83: A Key Figure in Nigeria’s Historic June 12 Election
Former NEC Chairman, Architect of Nigeria’s Freest Election Passes Away in the U.S., Leaving a Legacy of Electoral Reform and Integrity
Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, the chairman of Nigeria’s National Electoral Commission (NEC) from 1989 to 1993, has passed away at … Continue Reading
Top 5 Countries With The Poorest People on Earth
Top Five Poorest Nations Struggling with Extreme Poverty
In the wake of significant economic challenges, numerous countries continue to house some of the planet’s poorest populations, making poverty a critical issue that demands urgent attention. The latest findings from the … Continue Reading